Jump to Content
close
close
ABA: The American Bankers Association
Guide

Lifecycle of a Compliance Professional

  • Published August 31, 2026

Training, events and ongoing professional development designed for every stage of a compliance professional's career.

Top

Preparing today’s compliance professionals

In the fast-evolving regulatory environment, your compliance team is your defense.

Build core skills and knowledge for every stage in the compliance career lifecycle with the help of ABA.
Download

A path for every employee

Focused training for compliance professionals ensures they can upskill, transition to new roles and tackle new challenges. These talent management strategies are aligned to the employee lifecycle and include practical, ready-to-use resources from ABA.

Attract

Human Resources

Your home base for workforce development guidance, from recruiting to training compliance professionals

Learn More 

BankTalentHQ

Website for hiring resources and posting open positions

Explore the Job Board

Online Training

Courses on interviewing and leveraging the benefits of a diverse workforce

View All Online Training

Onboard

Online Training

Reference Guide To Compliance 34th edition

Your official compliance handbook - ABA’s Reference Guide to Regulatory Compliance is your go-to reference - whether you’re building a baseline understanding of compliance, preparing to earn your CRCM designation or staying up to date on new regulations.

Develop

AI in Banking Applied: Risk & Compliance

Online workshop to help you translate responsible AI principles into governance and controls that balance innovation and accountability

Compliance Schools

  • Foundational – Learn core federal banking laws and regulations as part of building a solid foundation in what constitutes an effective compliance program
  • Intermediate – Put knowledge into practice by learning to identify and assess regulatory compliance risk and make sound decisions based on current issues affecting the industry
  • Advanced – Develop a strategic approach to compliance and learn how to implement, enhance and manage a compliance program

Online certificate programs

Focused, self-paced online training to upskill compliance professionals

Women in Banking

Podcasts, articles, training and more to help women in the industry build strong networks and advance their careers

Learn More

Engage and Motivate

Nationally recognized professional certifications

Recognize

Incorporate these training solutions into your professional development offerings.

Learning opportunities with continuing education credits

Senior-level events

Emerging Leaders Open Committee

Open to all emerging leaders in the banking industry. Connect with other bankers and use your voice to help shape the future of banking.

Transition

Succession Planning  for Banks Toolkit

Do you have a plan for who will next lead your compliance team? This toolkit includes an easy-to-follow framework for identifying new leaders across the organization and managing critical staffing transitions.

View the Toolkit

Retirement and turnover

Proactive planning is essential to creating a seamless transition for your operations. ABA can help you think strategically about benefits and practices to successfully offboard staff.

In Depth

Stay Connected and Informed

Related to This

What Bankers Are Saying

"The decision to go for the Certification was the most pivotal point in my career."

"Having the CRCM shows others that you are qualified to handle regulatory issues decisively. It serves as a gateway to show your dedication to your field of work."